With so many different UK phone prefixes out there, it sometimes gets a bit confusing to keep track of what options are reserved for which audiences! Take 0300 numbers, for example – these prefixes are specially reserved for a very specific type of business. Could your organisation benefit from one?
In this guide, we’ll take a look at what 0300 numbers do, who can use them, and why they might be worth signing up for.
Who uses 0300 numbers?
0300 numbers are typically reserved for public services. That means government agencies and departments, charities, healthcare bodies, and nonprofit organisations can all use this prefix provided they are based within the UK.
Upon seeing an 0300 number, a caller will know they are connecting to a pre-approved service that offers public support and guidance. In fact, you may have called an 0300 number or two yourself – for example, if you needed to speak to the DVLA about your driving licence.
Can I apply for an 0300 number?
Provided your enterprise falls within the groups listed above, yes – you can set up an 0300 number for your organisation through Planet Telecom.
You don’t need to have an existing landline number to register for an 0300 line. In fact, if you run a small nonprofit that only uses smartphones, for example, you can set up an 0300 number with us to ‘cloak’ your existing number so it appears more professional.
Why should I use an 0300 number?
For one thing, again, an 0300 number simply appears professional. It’s a great option if, for example, you’re just starting out with a nonprofit or charity and only have mobile phone contracts.
People are likely to feel more confident and comfortable calling a business with an 0300 line than a service with a mobile number attached. It gives an air of competence and reassurance that you likely need when you call a public service!
What’s more, you don’t even need to set up any fresh equipment or cabling to benefit from an 0300 number. You can simply get started with a Planet Telecom package that covers your original line.
In fact, it’s great value to opt for a complete VoIP fit-out with an 0300 number included. Alongside superfast broadband with a raft of call handling and analytics features, you’ll have an 0300 prefix ready to go, registered in the cloud and never tethered to a physical location.
That’s great news for nonprofits on the go – there’s no need for you to tie yourself to a physical office unless you want to. There’s certainly never a good reason to attach yourself to an office for the sake of a landline number. Our virtual numbers effectively take that need out of the equation entirely.
And, remember that for the most part, people prefer to call 0300 numbers than most because they’re often free to call within most mobile plans. What’s more, even if they’re not included in your callers’ tariffs, they only ever need to pay a basic per minute rate.
Is running an 0300 number expensive?
No – through Planet Telecom, it’s affordable to set up a unique 0300 line alongside a VoIP package at a basic monthly rate. We designed our packages to offer genuine value to our customers, particularly with charities and nonprofits in mind, too.
Keep in mind, however, that if you want to set up a truly unique or custom telephone number, you will usually pay more for the privilege. However, you can get started with an 0300 number on our Bronze tier and benefit from a free connection!
If you don’t want a golden number – and it’s not a necessity unless you specify it to be – you can expect to pay less at connection and per month. The best thing to do is to simply contact our team and let us build a package for you around your business and your needs.
Is it difficult to manage an 0300 number?
Not at all. While it might seem as though once you’ve got an 0300 number, you’re out there on your own, when you partner with Planet Telecom, there’s always a team by your side to help out.
In fact, you can take as much or as little control over your 0300 number as possible with your complete online dashboard. Log into your Planet Telecom account and you can manage queues, add and remove features, and even change the numbers that you’re routing to through your 0300 number.
It’s amazingly flexible – and we’ve designed it that way so that businesses don’t have to spend ages on the phone trying to figure out how to customise their services. We give you tons of tools to help you get started, but if you still need us, we’re here for you!
Get set up with an 0300 number and VoIP today
Getting set up with an 0300 number and a fully-fledged VoIP service really couldn’t be any easier. All you need to do is get in touch with the Planet Telecom team, and we’ll point you towards a package that fits your organisation’s needs and budget.
It’s time to start putting a more professional face on things – and that can often start with the right telephone prefix!
